“Unlocking Your Writing Potential: Are You Making These 8 Surprising Mistakes?”
Common Writing Mistakes
Here are some of the most common writing mistakes opportunities I have seen in creative writing, including fiction, poetry, and creative nonfiction:
1. Dull Beginnings
Every once in a while I come across a piece of writing that starts off slow, then picks up momentum. Maybe you’ve seen this too: the first chapter of a book is boring or the first paragraph of a blog post is obtuse. Then it gets better — a lot better. Kudos to you for giving it a chance! I suspect that many writing projects start out with dull beginnings. As we write, we fall into the rhythm and pacing. We get to know our characters. The plot comes into focus. The great thing about writing is that we can always go back and rewrite. Don’t risk losing readers who scan the first few paragraphs and decide not to read the rest. Don’t count on reviews that say “Starts slow but gets better.” Take the opportunity to rewrite your opening and hook readers from the first sentence.
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